Frequently Asked Questions

Content Localization & Multilingual Support

How do I add a new locale to my Hygraph project?

To add a new locale in Hygraph, navigate to Project settings > General > Locales. You'll see your default locale (English). Use the dropdown menu to select your desired language (e.g., Spanish), which will autocomplete the API ID field. Click Add to include the new locale in your project. Note: Adding locales is straightforward, but managing translations across large datasets may require additional workflow setup. Source.

How do I localize content entries in Hygraph?

Once a new locale is added, you can localize content entries by selecting the Localize field checkbox during schema creation. This enables you to add translations for each field. For example, the "Summer campaign" landing page can have localized titles and components. You can repeat this process for all fields marked as localized. Note: Localization is field-specific; ensure you mark all relevant fields during schema setup. Source.

Can you provide examples of localized content in Hygraph?

Yes. For the "Summer campaign" landing page, the Spanish localization includes:

For products, examples include: Note: These examples are for demonstration; actual localization may require additional QA for accuracy. Source.

Does Hygraph support localization for multiple languages?

Hygraph allows you to add multiple locales to your project, enabling content localization for various languages. You can manage translations for each field and content entry. Note: While Hygraph supports multiple languages, managing translation workflows and QA may require additional process setup. Source.

Features & Capabilities

What are the key features of Hygraph?

Hygraph offers a GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, enterprise-grade security and compliance, Smart Edge Cache, localization, granular permissions, and integrations with DAM, hosting, and commerce platforms. It also provides user-friendly tools for non-technical users and structured onboarding resources. Note: Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics. Source.

What integrations are available with Hygraph?

Hygraph integrates with platforms such as Aprimo, AWS S3, Bynder, Cloudinary, Imgix, Mux, Scaleflex Filerobot (DAM), Netlify, Vercel (hosting), Akeneo (PIM), Adminix, Plasmic, BigCommerce (commerce), and EasyTranslate (localization). For a complete list, visit Hygraph's Marketplace. Note: Integration capabilities may vary by plan and project requirements. Source.

Does Hygraph provide APIs for content management?

Yes, Hygraph offers multiple APIs: GraphQL Content API (optimized for high performance and low latency), Management API (for project structure), Asset Upload API (for file uploads), and MCP Server API (for AI assistant integration). For details, see API Reference documentation. Note: API usage may require technical expertise for advanced scenarios. Source.

Technical Requirements & Documentation

Where can I find technical documentation for Hygraph?

Technical documentation is available at hygraph.com/docs, including API reference, schema components, onboarding guides, integration tutorials, and AI feature documentation. Classic Docs are available for legacy projects. Note: Documentation is comprehensive, but advanced use cases may require direct support. Source.

Security & Compliance

What security and compliance certifications does Hygraph hold?

Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (since August 3rd, 2022), ISO 27001 certified, and GDPR compliant. Data is encrypted in transit and at rest, with regular backups and audit logs. Note: For specific compliance scenarios, consult the Secure Features page or contact sales. Source.

What security features are available in Hygraph?

Hygraph offers granular permissions, SSO integrations (OIDC/LDAP/SAML), audit logs, encryption, regular backups, secure API policies, and automatic backup & recovery. All endpoints have SSL certificates. Note: Some features may be limited to enterprise plans. Source.

Ease of Use & Implementation

How easy is it to implement Hygraph and start using it?

Implementation timelines vary: Si Vale met aggressive deadlines; Top Villas launched in 2 months; Voi migrated from WordPress in 1-2 months. Onboarding is structured with introduction calls, account provisioning, technical kickoffs, and starter projects. Extensive documentation and community support are available. Note: Complex migrations may require additional planning. Source.

What feedback have customers given about Hygraph's ease of use?

Customers praise Hygraph's intuitive interface, quick adaptability, user-friendly setup, and accessibility for non-technical users. For example, Sigurður G. (CTO) noted the UI is intuitive; Anastasija S. (Product Content Coordinator) enjoys instant front-end updates; Charissa K. (Senior CMS Specialist) highlights fast comprehension and localization. Note: Some advanced features may require technical expertise. Source.

Business Impact & Use Cases

What business impact can customers expect from using Hygraph?

Hygraph enables faster time-to-market (Komax: 3X faster), improved customer engagement (Samsung: 15% increase), cost reduction, enhanced content consistency, scalability, and proven ROI (AutoWeb: 20% increase in monetization; Voi: multilingual scaling across 12 countries). Note: Impact varies by project scope and implementation. Source.

Who is the target audience for Hygraph?

Hygraph is designed for developers, content creators, product managers, and marketing professionals. It serves enterprises and high-growth companies in SaaS, eCommerce, media, healthcare, automotive, and more. Note: Smaller teams may find some enterprise features unnecessary. Source.

What industries are represented in Hygraph's case studies?

Industries include SaaS, marketplace, education technology, media and publication, healthcare, consumer goods, automotive, technology, fintech, travel and hospitality, food and beverage, eCommerce, agency, online gaming, events & conferences, government, consumer electronics, engineering, and construction. Note: Industry-specific features may require custom configuration. Source.

Customer Success & Proof

Can you share specific case studies or success stories of customers using Hygraph?

Yes. Notable examples include Samsung (15% improved engagement), Dr. Oetker (enhanced digital experience), Komax (3x faster time to market), AutoWeb (20% increase in monetization), BioCentury (accelerated publishing), Voi (multilingual scaling), HolidayCheck (reduced developer bottlenecks), and Lindex Group (accelerated global delivery). For details, visit Hygraph's case studies page. Note: Results vary by implementation and industry. Source.

Pain Points & Problems Solved

What problems does Hygraph solve for its customers?

Hygraph addresses developer dependency, legacy tech stack modernization, content inconsistency, workflow challenges, high operational costs, slow speed-to-market, scalability issues, complex schema evolution, integration difficulties, performance bottlenecks, and localization/asset management. Note: Some challenges may require custom workflow or integration setup. Source.

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#5.2 Content localization

#Overview

Hygraph allows having different locales for your content. We want part of the content of our e-commerce to be in two languages: English & Spanish. This is why we selected the Localize field checkbox for some of our fields during schema creation.

The reason why we've placed this into a separate section is that before we can actually write the localized content, we need to add a new locale to our project.

We'll use this lesson to add our new locale and to write the localized content.

#Add a locale

Add a locale

Adding a locale in Hygraph is really easy. First we need to navigate to Project settings > General > Locales. There, we'll see our default locale, which is English.

In this case we want to add Spanish, so we'll then use the dropdown menu to select Spanish from the list. We can also start typing the word to start filtering values. Selecting Spanish will autocomplete the API ID field.

Finally, we'll click Add, and the new locale will be added to our project.

#Localized content

Now that a new locale has been added to our project, we are ready to start adding localized content to our content entries.

#Summer campaign

Localize Summer campaign entry

Our Summer campaign landing page has a localized title and also contains components that have localized fields. We'll add the Spanish localization with the following localized information:

FieldTranslated content
Landing page titleCampaña de verano
Stripes > Call to Action > HeadingPrepárate para el verano con estas increíbles ofertas
Stripes > Call to Action > Body¡Las rebajas de verano están en pleno apogeo! ¡Vea las increíbles ofertas de verano que enumeramos a continuación!
Stripes > Product grid > HeadlineRopa de verano

#Products

Let's repeat the process for some of our products. We'll go into each of these product entries in the content editor, add the Spanish locale, and type in the following translations:

Blue running shoes

FieldTranslated content
Product nameZapatillas para correr azules
Product descriptionEstas zapatillas de running azules ofrecen tanto forma como función, brindando un apoyo excepcional y estilo para tus actividades deportivas. El material transpirable y la suela acolchada garantizan una experiencia cómoda kilómetro tras kilómetro.

Plaid shirt

FieldTranslated content
Product nameCamisa a cuadros
Product descriptionEsta camisa a cuadros emana un encanto atemporal, ideal para un día casual fuera o una reunión relajada por la tarde. El patrón clásico a cuadros y el ajuste cómodo la convierten en una prenda básica para un estilo sin esfuerzo.

Black leather shoes

FieldTranslated content
Product nameZapatos de cuero negro
Product descriptionEstos zapatos de cuero negro combinan de manera impecable la sofisticación con la durabilidad, convirtiéndolos en una elección versátil tanto para ocasiones formales como para uso diario. El diseño elegante y el cuero de alta calidad garantizan un atractivo atemporal que complementa cualquier conjunto.

Necklace

FieldTranslated content
Product nameCollar
Product descriptionEste collar blanco está elaborado con partes de caracoles de mar, evocando la esencia relajada y playera. Perfecto para quienes buscan un toque marino en su estilo diario.

Headband

FieldTranslated content
Product nameVincha
Product descriptionEsta vincha de algodon blanco brinda un toque elegante y sofisticado a tu peinado. Ideal para completar tu look con un toque de moda y comodidad.